J.D. Aponte
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
International buyer, with special focus on maintenance and manufacturing. My goal is to help my employer improve their procurement processes and maximize their resources.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Procurement Specialist
ZPMC USA
11.2023 - Current
- Identified new and more cost-effective suppliers through participation in industry networking events, purchasing advantageous packages, and cutting costs.
- Maintained ongoing communication with suppliers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
- Maintained effective and lasting vendor relationships through dynamic communication, collaboration, and intelligent questioning skills.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align supply chain processes with organizational goals.
Buyer II
Forum Energy Technologies
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
Buyer
Forum Energy Technologies
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Studied and monitored market trends to identify potential suppliers.
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
Tool Crib Supervisor
Thrustmaster of Texas
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
- Received incoming shipments of tools and equipment from trucks.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
- Kept inventory of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.
Buyer
Thrustmaster of Texas
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Prepared and analyzed reports to track inventory and purchasing trends.
- Cultivated relationships with wholesalers and distributors to increase inventory availability.
- Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
- Evaluated product quality and vendor performance to maintain quality standards.
Senior Buyer
Helados Cali C.A
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality and reliability, and negotiated favorable contracts.
- Represented company at national and regional trade shows.
Junior Buyer
Consorcio CCG
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
Maintenance Supervisor
Banco Guayana
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Supervised 10 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Instituto Universitario Politécnico Santiago Mariño
01.2011
Associate's degree - Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
IUTAJS
01.2006
Skills
- Purchasing Negotiation
- Supply Chain Operations
- Purchasing Processes
- English
- Supply Management
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Customer Satisfaction
- Teaching
- Spanish
- Purchase Management
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Lone Star College
- English Proficiency Certificate, Duolingo English Test, 09/01/23, 09/01/25
Languages
Spanish
English
Portuguese
Timeline
Technical Procurement Specialist
ZPMC USA
11.2023 - Current
Buyer II
Forum Energy Technologies
04.2022 - 11.2023
Buyer
Forum Energy Technologies
12.2021 - 04.2022
Tool Crib Supervisor
Thrustmaster of Texas
03.2020 - 04.2021
Buyer
Thrustmaster of Texas
03.2019 - 04.2021
Senior Buyer
Helados Cali C.A
01.2013 - 06.2016
Junior Buyer
Consorcio CCG
01.2011 - 12.2012
Maintenance Supervisor
Banco Guayana
01.2007 - 12.2010
Bachelor's degree - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Instituto Universitario Politécnico Santiago Mariño
Associate's degree - Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
IUTAJS
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